Today is a beautiful day, because God pulls us out from the pit just as he did Jonah, “The waters closed in over me to take my life; the deep surrounded me; weeds were wrapped about my head at the roots of the mountains. I went down to the land whose bars closed upon me … Read more
Today is a beautiful day, because God warns before he judges, “He heard the sound of the trumpet and did not take warning; his blood shall be upon himself. But if he had taken warning, he would have saved his life.” (Ezekiel 35:5 ESV) Life #joyinverse #blessedthisdayandeveryday
Almighty God, nothing is too hard for you. I humbly come to ask your will upon all Bible study groups. Increase their territory, Father. Increase their effectiveness. Increase their service for your kingdom. Increase the numbers who come to a saving knowledge of you. I ask in the name and authority of Jesus, according to … Read more
Today is a beautiful day, because “Again, when a wicked person turns away from the wickedness he has committed and does what is just and right, he shall save his life.” (Ezekiel 18:27 ESV) Life #joyinverse #blessedthisdayandeveryday
I need a rest, Lord, a retreat. I run into your refuge for renewal. I move under the shadow of your wings to hear the song you sing over me. I rest between the powerful shoulders that protect and comfort me. I run to you. I thank you for rest and retreat in the precious … Read more
Today is a beautiful day, because Jeremiah masterfully contrasts the actions of God against his disobedient people and those on behalf of Jeremiah, his obedient prophet, “You have taken up my cause, O Lord; you have redeemed my life.” (Lamentations 3: 58 ESV) Life #joyinverse #blessedthisdayandeveryday
Father God, today is labeled the “National Day of Prayer.” In my mind, every day needs to be devoted to prayer. Today I pray for the nations, Father. Pour out your Spirit upon them. Cast off the scales that blind them. Open their eyes to see Jesus. Open their hearts to know him and to … Read more
Today is a beautiful day, because God warned his people through Jeremiah; and he warns us in the same manor, “And to this people you shall say: ‘Thus says the Lord: Behold, I set before you the way of life and the way of death.’” (Jeremiah 21:8 ESV) Life #joyinverse #blessedthisdayandeveryday
Almighty God, thank you for hearing our prayers. Thank you for the assurance of your promises. Increase our territory as believers. Let our testimony to your love and salvation spread in our communities. Allow others to see Jesus in us. I ask in the precious name and powerful authority of Jesus, who sealed our place … Read more